3. Joggers, two of whom are in the news in a positive way for once: Denise McElroy and Matt Sorley were recognized by Dallas police after taking part in a water rescue last Friday. (Thanks for the link, Fernando Gomez!)

4. Plus-size gyms, after reading about Downsize Fitness health clubs, where "the treadmills are wider, the head trainers are weight-loss veterans and new members must be at least 50 pounds overweight." Wow. Heavy.

5. The Empire State Building Run-Up, coming this Wednesday, where seven-time winner Thomas Dold will welcome the competition with open arms.

8. Sparkstøtting!I didn't even know these things existed, but the moment I saw this article, I wanted one. Untilthat happens, I'll do the next best thing, which is to just repeat the name over and over. Sparkstøtting!Sparkstøtting! Sparkstøtting!